Transmission Additive Issue

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Jun 17, 2005 | 09:09 AM

gdelco

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Transmission Additive Issue

I got a letter from Ford saying that my 2004 Ranger, Automatic Trans, was filled with a transmission fluid formulation that over time may cause delayed and harsh reverse transmission engagements, and that I have to bring it in for an additive.

Since I have 22k miles on it anyway, shouldn't I just get the fluid changed? The guy at the dealer said to wait until 30k to do this.

Also, does this only affect reverse? Can someone expound on this?

Jun 17, 2005 | 12:10 PM

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I've heard of this, but haven't really seen the letter, as I have an 01. If it was me, I'd just have it flushed and make sure they put the right fluid in.

Jun 17, 2005 | 12:48 PM

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Jun 17, 2005 | 01:24 PM

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I went through the recall. Your dealer can do it while you wait; it takes about 15 minutes is all. Now if they could only fix my noisy doors after three visits